Prisons of War | BSL Tour of Edinburgh Castle
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The speaker describes the historical significance of a location that used to house vaults turned into prisons for war captives during various conflicts.
Historical Significance of the Location
- The vaults behind the speaker were transformed into prisons for war prisoners, accommodating up to a thousand captives from conflicts like the Seven Years War, American War of Independence, and Napoleonic Wars.
New Section
Details about the museum and military prison opposite the former war prisons are provided, highlighting exhibitions on soldier punishments.
Museum and Military Prison Information
- Visitors can explore an interesting museum and a bakehouse in the area but should be cautious due to its dark, narrow, and uneven nature.
- Opposite the site is a military prison constructed in 1842 featuring an exhibition showcasing various punishments soldiers could face for offenses such as disobeying orders.